Upcoming WhatsApp update to offer custom chat themes for Android

WhatsApp is introducing a new chat theme feature for Android users through a new beta update. The latest version of WhatsApp Beta is 2.2.4.17.19 and is available through the Google Play Beta Program.

The new feature of WhatsApp lets users customize their chat appearance with a default chat theme. It allows users to choose their favorite colors for chat bubbles and backgrounds. New themes make your chats more visually appealing and personalized.

The feature is currently under development and the preview of this feature shows that it will let you pick from at least 10 different chat themes. Once you select a theme, it will automatically apply to all your conversations to change the colors of chat bubbles and wallpapers to match your choice.

Notably, the chat theme colors will only affect the appearance of the app for the individual user and will not alter how conversations appear to others. However, future updates might offer options to set different themes for specific chats.

Previously, WhatsApp introduced a similar feature for iOS users that allows them to customize chat bubble colors. This new update for Android shows that WhatsApp is working to bring the same level of personalization to both major platforms.

The default chat theme feature is still being developed and will be included in a future update. The feature is not yet available, but once it is, you will be able to access it through the app’s settings. Stay tuned for more information.